If you are anything like me, you have seen this idea posted in other places, fell in love with it, and yet have still not made one. I even saw some of these already made on the shelves at on...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/upcycled-soda-bottle-pencil-case/
Looking for a way to keep preschoolers occupied and focused while moving from one activity to another? If so, you will want to check out this list of transition songs and chants shared on the...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/10-preschool-transition-songs-and-chants/2015/08/30
I have seen many posts about using water beads for sensory play for kids and, while they are non-toxic, I sometimes wonder how good of an idea it is to use these beads with very young childre...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/safe-mini-water-beads/2015/08/29
Did you know there is a National Grandparent’s Day? While I know from experience a grandparent would love to get a homemade gift from their grandkids any time of the year, making them one ...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/let-kids-make-gifts-national-grandparents-day/
Check out this unique painting project shared on the Emma Owl blog. Make sure you read through the post and discover what they learned as this project rolled out and check out the dimensiona...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/painting-with-magnets/2015/08/26
If you are thinking about starting your own in-home preschool program, you will definitely want to check out this great list posted by Stacie at Motherhood on a Dime. Having run my own presc...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/great-list-of-top-ten-must-haves-for-preschool-at-home/2015/08/25
I love the look of these bookmarks, don’t you? Print them out and let your kids color them as they please. Perhaps having personalized bookmarks will encourage them to not only read, but...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/free-printable-coloring-page-bookmarks/
I know many of us are still enjoying summer and don’t even want to think about autumn (and what follows it), but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t start thinking about some fall decoratio...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/leaf-stenciled-canvas/2015/08/23
I love recycling projects so when I ran across this cool case to hold pencils, I just had to share! Stacy decorated an old DVD case and used cardboard and colorful paper to transform it into...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/dvd-case-turned-pencil-case/2015/08/22
I think, in this day and age, most parents are looking for ways to lure their kids away from televisions, video games, computers, and other electronic devices. The main problem usually lies ...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/50-fun-non-electric-things-for-kids-to-do/2015/08/21
A third grade class made these mini Macchias after studying Dale Chihuly’s sculptures. While I could go into Dale Chihuly and his artwork I could never do it justice so I will just say her...
If you are looking for ways to make going back to school as smooth and easy as possible — for both you and your kids — check out these ideas. Getting and staying organized, can make ever...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/14-diy-back-to-school-organizing-ideas/
Next time the kids start complaining about being bored, grab some cardboard, straws, and a marble and encourage them to make a challenging marble maze. Tonya, from Therapy Fun Zone, helped...
Even though this post isn’t written in English, I don’t think you need to be able to read about this art project to be able to understand it (of course, if you want to read it, you can e...
Looking for a fun and easy art activity? Check out this painting project shared by Cindy on Skip To My Lou. All you need is paper, paint, and a variety of round objects. Young kids will enjo...
It seems like it is a lot easier to find craft projects for girls than it is to find craft projects for boys. For this reason, I am always excited when I run across something that will especi...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/build-a-catapult/2015/08/04
For some reason, when I first saw this project it seemed very familiar… I think perhaps I did something like this when I was a child. Hop on over to Let’s Lasso the Moon and check out ...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/easy-aluminum-foil-kids-project/
When it comes to planning lessons, your mind probably thinks of elementary-aged kids, preschoolers, and even toddlers. I am sure most people would think to plan learning lessons for babies, b...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/14-treasure-bins-for-baby/2015/08/02
I found another fun weaving project for you all! All you need to make one of these fun and unique baskets are old newspapers, but I bet you could also use colorful magazine pages and even u...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/make-a-newspaper-basket/
Forget about just amazing the kids with this cool project, adults will be amazed too! Besides being amazed with how this jellyfish looks, they will also be amazed at how easy it is to make. A...
I don’t know about you, but I am always looking for fun and unique ways to paint with the kids. If you feel the same way, check out this fun painting tutorial shared on What Do We Do All Da...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/marbled-shaving-cream-art/
It seems like anytime I share a link to something related to weaving (such as this hula hoop rug project and this branch weaving project ), they seem to be very popular. That is why when I f...
While craft time can be fun and exciting for kids, sometimes it can be stressful for the adults in charge. Why? Because sometimes even the smallest of craft projects — and the tiniest of cr...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/shortcuts-to-craft-time-cleanup-and-stain-removal/
I figured I would stick to the recycled beach crafts theme I have had going on the last couple of days so here are some more adorable sea creatures you can make! The octopus and crab projects...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/egg-carton-sea-creatures/
The octopus craft I shared yesterday really got me thinking about the beach so I thought I would continue with that beach – sea shore – sea creature theme today. Not only is this a perfec...
This is a wonderful craft you can use to have the little ones work on fine motor skills, but I think even the older kids will want to join in the fun. Older kids can even help color the noodl...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/fine-motor-octopus-craft-for-kids/
If you want to start a discussion about the different seasons, now is the perfect time. This nature activity, which can easily be done outside, is made using 4 twigs you can gather from your ...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/painting-trees-through-the-seasons/2015/07/21
Next time you are planning a long road trip with the kids (or any occasion where you need them to sit still for an extended period of time), check out this book create using several activity ...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/12-activity-bag-book-ideas-for-kids/2015/07/20
I love projects like this… There is so much fun to be had and so much learning to do! Visit the Filth Wizardry blog and discover how to use an old box, wrapping paper roll, felt, and a fe...
If you know a child who is fascinated by guitars I highly recommend that you check out this tutorial posted by Ashley on Make It & Love It. I had to do a double take when it came to looking �...
Teaching kids how to tell time these days can sometimes be a struggle — mainly because with the popularity of digital-type clocks far out-numbers that of a traditional clock. Being more fa...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/outdoor-clock-made-with-natural-materials/
If you are planning out outdoor get-together, or just want some unique nightlights for your next family camping trip, check out this amazing mason jar luminaries. It is actually quite simple ...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/easy-mason-jar-luminaries/
I have met very few children who do not love to build with simple, wooden blocks . One problem with them is that they can get worn out over time — the paint can fade, get scratched, or even...
Perhaps if you have a Minecraft fan living in your household, making one of these fun pencil holders will help get them excited for the upcoming school year! The base of this pencil holder is...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/diy-a-minecraft-pencil-cube/
If you are looking for a wonderful way to spend quality family time together, or to help out your older kids when they start complaining about being bored, check out this collection compiled ...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/the-top-25-board-games-for-upper-primary-children/2015/07/10
People seem to love when I share weaving projects so here you go… Discover how easy it is to weave small trivets using little more than a paper plate and leftover yarn. The folks over at K...
I have a whole drawer full of styrofoam balls and I never seem to have a fun project to do with them… and then I ran across this amazing dinosaur! Sharon, from Crafts ‘n Coffee, created...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-stegosaurus-dinosaur/2015/07/08
I remember making these “cootie catchers” or “fortune tellers” when I was a child and I even remember teaching my kids how to make them so when I ran across this printable one shared...
Challenge your kids to build their own version of this rubber band race car and then let them spend an afternoon hosting their own races! The first things the kids need to do is to gather tog...
Next time go you are planning a trip to the beach, keep this project in mind and you are walking along the shore and looking for treasures. Liska, from Adventure in a Box, explains how to cre...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/seashell-and-beach-glass-collage/
So, for all of you who have kids on summer break, have they started complaining about being bored yet? If so, make sure you visit this informative post by Kristen on Busy Kids Happy Mom. Even...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/benefits-of-being-bored/
Get ready for Independence Day by making these red, white, and blue confetti popper rockets. They are easy enough for all ages to make and I am pretty sure all ages will enjoy making them go...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/fourth-of-july-confetti-popper-rockets/2015/06/29
If you have a budding artist and are looking for a great activity to do outdoors, check out this amazing acrylic paint stand DIY posted by Meri Cherry. Of course, it could also be used inside...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/diy-acrylic-painting-stand/
When it comes to making American Flag crafts, it is sometimes hard to find an idea that is great for kids to do and yet unique enough to keep their interest. I think this cool egg carton Amer...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/egg-carton-american-flag-craft-for-kids/
Next time you have a few loads of laundry to do, perhaps you can use this project to encourage the kids to lend a helping hand! Promise them that if they help fold and put away the clothing...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/make-paper-out-of-dryer-lint/
One of my favorite activities to do when I was a child was tie-dye. We did it outside so it was a perfect summer project! There are several different methods you can use so you can choose th...
It is important to keep kids learning over the summer, and it is even more important to make that learning fun. Frogs are a wonderful theme for summer time. For younger kids, besides learning...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/frog-printable-alphabet-activities/
Earlier this month, I shared a Glue Art on Canvas project that was a huge hit so when I ran across this fruit slice craft, which uses similar techniques, I was excited to share it. Michelle,...
https://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/glue-and-watercolor-fruit-slice-craft/
It seems like I have been seeing a lot of state related crafts lately. Especially ones that feature a heart covering the city you live in. While I have an amazing wooden state heart wall han...
I think this would make an amazing gift for Father’s Day. While it does require working over a hot stove, younger kids can help with adult supervision — older kids should be able to handl...
http://lessonplans.craftgossip.com/rosemary-mint-shaving-cream/2015/06/19